Histotechnician

3 months ago


Chicago, United States Allina Health Full time

Description

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Performs moderate and complex specimen procedures in the areas of anatomical and surgical pathology and immunohistochemistry. Receives, processes, and prepares patient tissues specimens for microscopic examination and analysis by the Pathologist; this includes logging, batching, cutting, mounting and staining procedures.

CLIA Role:
Testing Personnel
Moderate complexity testing

Testing Personnel
High Complexity testing

Principle Responsibilities

Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures.Performs all routine histology functions that support the production of microscopic slides for interpretation by a pathologist.Accessions tissue specimens, assists Pathologist Assistants, sections frozen tissue using a cryostat, processes and embeds tissue specimens, performs microtomy and staining, prepares solutions and stains, completes specialty testing using histochemical and/or immunohistochemical techniques, and performs quality control procedures.Assesses integrity of specimens for testing and processing, verifying correct patient identification and using safe and secure specimen handling.May assist with biopsy collection.Evaluates results for accuracy and resolves test problems.Performs and documents required instrument maintenance, and quality control; takes appropriate remedial action.Ensures accurate record keeping and appropriate retention. Accurate and timely processing of specimens.Reviews orders and verifies correct patient labeling.Performs processing with strict adherence to the quality control and quality assurance policies. Maintains safety, education, and competency requirements.Stocks, rotates and requests supplies on a regular basis to ensure proper availability in the work area.Performs various clerical duties.Participates in departmental or system wide meetings, projects, or committees as assigned.Assists in the training of employees and students.Performs proficiency testing as assigned.Assists in Direct Observations of staff for annual competency program. CLIA defined responsibilities:§ 493.1425 Standard; Testing personnel responsibilities. Moderate complexity.§ 493.1495 Standard; Testing personnel responsibilities. Other duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications

Associate's or Vocational degree in medical laboratory science from a regionally accredited institution, and completion of clinical internship or Vocational or Technical Training in a comprehensive military laboratory science program or Bachelor's degree in related science from a regionally accredited institution + 2 years clinical lab experience in appropriate analytic CLIA defined Qualifications: § 493.1423 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications CLIA defined Qualifications: § 493.1489 Standard; Testing personnel qualifications


Licenses/Certifications

Histotechnician, HT certification required by a recognized agency such as ASCP or NCA within 180 Days required


Physical Demands

Light Work: Lifting weightUp to 20 lbs. occasionally, Up to 10 lbs. frequently

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